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A functioning office and workspace is of the utmost importance when it comes to your business. Whether you have a big budget, or you want to stick to a
more modest route, it can be easy to make your office look like you hired a professional designer.

1. Lighting: The majority of a person’s day has the potential to be spent inside an office working. Lack of good lighting can create a
negative impact for your workers, especially if there isn’t enough natural lighting coming into their work space. Eye fatigue and tension headaches
are some of the issues caused by inadequate lighting which ultimately, can take a toll on their work.

2. Create Spaces: Everything throughout a worker’s day doesn’t have to happen at their workspace. Whether it’s eating lunch, a casual
conversation, or a creative session, creating spaces allows for workers to dismantle communication barriers while encouraging a change of scenery and
spontaneity in the office.

3. Organization: When it comes to your office, it’s important to make sure everything works cohesively, and to be mindful of areas your
clients or customers will see. Having a space that is organized, as well as tidy, will help make your day-to-day business operations running more smoothly.

4. Invest in Your Furniture: Going back to the budget, it might be tempting to cut corners. One place you should invest some money into
is your furniture. Cheaper furniture may sound more appealing due to the up-front costs associated, but, in the long run you will have to replace these
pieces sooner than if you had invested in quality items. Additionally, first impressions are a big deal. If a client or customer visits your business
and they see your furniture is in shambles, they might be apt to take their business elsewhere.

The design of your office space is the foundation to your business’ culture. While the design of your office doesn’t make the business, it can certainly
make the business more attractive. Maybe it’s where your office is located that is the real issue and there’s not enough design tips that can help.
If that’s the situation, then start looking for a new space! With properties throughout the Capital Region,
we’re sure to have what you’re looking for. Contact Rosetti Properties today to schedule a tour!

Rosetti Properties is a family owned and operated business which got its start in 1957. We take a personal interest in all of our properties and have a
hands-on approach as part of our business which garners top-level satisfaction and customer service.

Benefits of Leasing from Rosetti Properties

While many property management companies have only a few properties, typically in one or two areas, Rosetti Properties has over 500,000 square feet of
commercial buildings throughout the Capital Region. With a high number of spaces, you’re sure to find the office or retail space best suited to fit
your needs.

Commercial Properties: Our commercial buildings
are “A” rated and they can also be altered to suit the individual needs of your business.

Retail Spaces: Our retail spaces will help your business
become the store your customers love to visit.

Management Services: Put your mind
at ease knowing that our staff is dedicated to maintaining the building and office space. As part of our hands-on approach we have an immediate response
for all emergencies.

Additionally, we maintain the landscaping and exterior of your business since this is the first thing your visitors see and first impressions are of the
utmost importance for the success of any business. We also ensure that all lease standards have been met by the previous tenant and any items that
need to be addressed are taken care of prior to the new tenant moving in. This is all part of our move-in and move-out preparation services. Once you’re
ready to schedule a tour of our available spaces, contact us so we can get
started!

Moving your office to a new space or building can be an exciting time, but, it can also cause a bit of stress or missed business opportunities if it isn’t
handled properly. Because of this, businesses who are moving offices should hire a professional moving company.

Why You Should Hire a Moving Company for Your Business

1.Your Employees: Whether your employees are physically fit or not, they don’t know how to properly package and move your office furniture
or electronic equipment. Moving can also be stressful on the mind and body. Unless they move furniture for a living, they most likely aren’t your best
option.

2.Time is Money: Consider when the move will happen. If you ask your employees to help you, there’s a good chance it will happen during
business hours. The job will in fact be completed, but, they should spend their day in more productive ways. Professional moving companies can work
with your schedule and get the move completed on your time and your terms.

3.Level of Difficulty: Organizing, packing boxes, wrapping furniture, and packing vehicles can create a lot of work and is more difficult
than it seems. You will also need to consider what vehicles are being used. Will you use your own and your employees or rent a truck? Whereas hiring
a professional moving company eliminates the stress you would be creating. They supply materials, moving equipment, and transportation.

The holiday season marks the end of the calendar year and a time to celebrate with friends, family, and colleagues. If having a lavish party for your office
isn’t something you have a desire for, there are still plenty of ways to celebrate the holiday season with your employees. Doing so gives you the opportunity
to have your employees interact with each other, increase morale, and even work on team building.

Cookie Swap: You supply the beverages while encouraging your employees to bring in their favorite seasonal cookies. If their cookies are
homemade, ask them to bring in the recipe, doing so will encourage your employees to talk about something aside from work. At the end of the swap they
will have exchanged recipes and learned more about each other, encouraging team bonding and growth.

Ugly Sweater Day: Schedule an ugly holiday sweater office day. Some employees may not want to participate themselves, and that’s okay,
but they’ll enjoy seeing the other fun and festive sweaters.

Schedule a Team Lunch: Whether the lunch is catered or potluck, schedule a time so that the entire team can come together and break bread. Have
fun with the lunch break, play seasonal music, include games and festivities that will spark conversation and engagement.

Make a Contribution: Rather than hosting a lavish party, make a charitable contribution from your office. Donate to a charity or buy gifts
for a family in need. Your team will come together and make a donation that is worthwhile creating a positive experience for everyone.

Whichever route you decide to take for your office, make sure everyone is involved as much as they want to be. Some employees may be more “behind-the-scenes”
and would prefer not to be front and center (like during games). Give them the choice to participate or not, but, make sure everyone knows about the
plan.

Contact Rosetti Properties

Searching for a new office building or retail space? Rosetti Properties has everything you’re searching for! With availability throughout Albany County, we’re sure to
have the space you need. Contact us today to schedule a tour!

Before renting a commercial or retail space for your business, there are obviously a lot of factors involved that you will need to consider. Have you thought
about what renting from a property manager could mean for your business as opposed to renting from a landlord?

•A landlord who manages the property on their own (or with a small team) may not always be available for you when you need them the most. For instance,
leaving the shop for lunch on a Saturday? What if you accidentally lock yourself out? It could be a few hours before a landlord can help you. Business
owners need someone who will be less of a friend and more of a partner.

•Property managers offer a superior, more professional experience for their renters. Many landlords are less willing to spend their own money on services
or repairs, whereas property managers handle repairs and services. Our concern is the safety of your business, employees, and customers. If our tenants
have a maintenance request, they can simply visit our website and complete a request.

•A professional property management team may appear to be a stickler for the rules, but, this could actually benefit you in the long run. Landlords will
sometimes give you a verbal agreement, only for it to fall through. Property managers handle everything in writing, protecting you - your time, investment,
your interests, and business, but also protecting themselves.

As with many options in the business world, there are many options which need to be weighed. When it is done properly, as opposed to a quick decision,
it can prove to be very beneficial in the long run.

When you’re ready to view our amazing commercial or retail spaces and see all that Rosetti Properties has to offer, contact us and we’ll get started!

Holding a Thanksgiving office party is a great way to get all of your employees mingling together. Plus, who doesn’t like food? If this isn’t the type
of workplace gathering you’ve hosted in the past, we have tips for you to help make it a success!

Timing Is Everything: Before deciding on the date and time, get feedback from your employees. Parties are commonly held on Friday after
work hours, but, sometimes people want to go home and get their weekend started with their families. Since this is also a holiday party, take into
consideration if anyone is out of the office; you’ll want everyone to feel included.

Send Out An Invitation: Rather than telling people as you see them passing through the office; send out an invitation. This can be an
office memo or even an email. This way, it feels more formal, and you can make sure everyone has been invited. There’s nothing more embarrassing than
accidently forgetting to tell someone about a party.

Food Options: Have you considered making it a potluck? Asking employees to bring a dish to share can be beneficial in more than one way.
First, it gets them mingling and talking. Who brought the bread dip? Who made the meatballs? If you have a staff that doesn’t typically have a chance
to interact with other departments this gives them an opportunity to start a discussion and maybe exchange recipes. It’s also beneficial for you, this
way you aren’t planning the entire menu, reducing the potential of forgetting something.

Have Fun: It’s inevitable; there are almost always one or two employees who dread office parties. If you’re having a potluck party, make
it a contest with varying categories (Best Dish, Most Traditional) and award fun prizes. Seasonal music, Thanksgiving trivia contests, and themed candy
guessing jars are fun additions as well.

Now that you’ve read a few of our tips, start planning and have fun. Showing excitement and enthusiasm will help get your team in the spirit!

Space isn’t big enough to host a party? Contact Rosetti Properties and schedule
a tour of our properties! Once you’re moved into your new space, you can throw an “office warming party” for your employees (even customers or clients)!

Your business has finally reached a point where you are ready to move into an office building or retail space. For years, we’ve heard the saying that’s
as old as time – “bigger is better” which isn’t always necessarily true when it comes to finding a place for your business. So how do you find
the right facility to suit your small business?

1.Size: Bigger may seem like the way to go, but, that isn’t always the case for each business. You need to evaluate a few factors including
number of employees, furniture, as well as function. If you rent a space with a lot of offices, but, not enough employees to fill them, they essentially
become wasted space.

2.Lease Duration: Prior to asking for, and signing, a lease you need to bring up the length of the lease. There are property management companies
which offer a standard duration without flexibility.

3.Learn the Demographic Area: It is important to educate yourself about the market and the spaces you’re viewing. It is easy to fall in love
with the first space you look at, but, it’s important to push forward a view a few more places. You could potentially make a mistake if you’re
looking through rose colored glasses. It is also just as important to learn the area surrounding your available space.

4.Get Insurance: This sounds like a no-brainer, but, through the excitement and commotion, it can easily be forgotten about. Business owners
of every size need to protect their investment as well as themselves. Unfortunately, things out of your control can happen, so it’s best to cover
your assets.

5.Create a Positive Space: Once you have your space and everything has been moved in and set up, it’s time to create an atmosphere where your
employees will thrive. Creating an atmosphere that is made up of work ethic, strong core values while allowing a bit of freedom allows for your
employees and your business to flourish.

6.Contact Rosetti Properties: Build your business the way you want with Rosetti Properties. With property throughout Albany County, we’re sure
to have something you will love. We have commercial offices of every size and magnitude as well as retail spaces that your
customers will love visiting!

When you’re ready to view our amazing properties and see all that Rosetti Properties has to offer, contact us and we’ll get started!

Fall is a beautiful time of year in Upstate New York and there are many ways to decorate your office or retail space to give you the warm fall feeling
without crossing the Halloween border. The holiday allows for exciting and spooky decorations, but, not every business wants to decorate in that style.
Finding a balance between office fall décor and Halloween decorations doesn’t have to be as difficult as it sounds.

Your decorations can be store bought or items that you can purchase at a local vegetable stand or farm, even a mixture of both will add a nice texture!
Many popular pieces to use are pinecones, gourds, pumpkins, even fall foliage. While you will want to be mindful of using real leaves on your tables
and desks, you can certainly use smaller pumpkins and gourds to bring life to your decorations.

Cream, or white, colored pumpkins bring a touch of modernity and help to offset the naturally bright and warm colors of traditional fall themed décor.
If you want to decorate, but, would prefer the décor to be contained, you can add a touch of elegance by using votive holders or vases and fill them
will faux acorns, leaves, and miniature pumpkins. Wrapping twine around the outside will create a down-home, country feel as well.

If you want to get more creative, you can buy larger pumpkins and turn them into a seasonal planter for festive fall mums! By cutting off the top, making
a wide enough opening for the plant and then hallowing out the middle, you are then able to put the plant inside. This is something so unique and festive;
it will have your clients and customers talking for weeks!

Take a trip to your local craft store and get inspired! They have so many wonderful items waiting for you to put together something fun and seasonal to
bring life into your store or work space. Using real pumpkins and gourds certainly takes the decorations up a notch or two, but, items from the craft
store will last as long as you take care of them which can be more economical in the long run.

Don’t have a space of your own that you can decorate? Looking for a new office building or retail store? Rosetti Properties has everything you’re searching
for! Contact us today and one of our associates will be happy to help you
find your home-away-from-home!

You already know that location is a major part of your business’ success. Take a look into the productivity level of your employees; this also plays a
role into the level of success your business can reach. There was a time when open plans meant your office was reaching its highest productivity level,
and then came the cubicle design. There have been many studies which link level of comfort to productivity. So which is best for your business?

Cubicles

People often think of cubicles when they hear the word ‘office’. Cubicles are great for giving employees their own space, but, doing so is a fine line.
Having too many cubicles can make employees feel cramped or crowded, this can make your employees feel less productive.

Open Plan

An open plan uses large open spaces while maximizing the use of small rooms such as offices. In theory, this plan is structured so that employees can work
cohesively on projects. With this in mind, the open plan also gives the chance for interns or team members with less experience to work closely with
more experienced members.

So which is right for your business? Ultimately, the decision is up to you and the type of business you have. Many businesses flourish with an open floor
plan and employees find it easier to access each other and work together. Alternatively, there are other businesses that need the privacy of cubicles
or individual offices for their employees to be productive and focus on their tasks. Whichever the case is for you, Rosetti Properties will help you
find your ideal space! Contact our office today to view our available spaces!

As a business owner, you want to do what is best for your business and yourself. One aspect of your business to consider is whether you should buy your
space or if it would be more beneficial to rent an office. Weigh your options before making a final decision with our list!

The Pros of Renting an Office

Location: Renting an office allows you to move when the time comes and you don’t have to be concerned with selling. Working with a rental
office gives you the opportunity to pick a place where your business will flourish while giving you the opportunity to decide what community you want
to be part of.

Less Stress: As with any form of ownership there is a lot of stress and headaches associated with owning your office. Any sort of maintenance
cost is solely your responsibility. Whereas with renting an office, if there is maintenance needed you have a team who handles it for you. This allows
you to focus on your business and offers you more time to complete the tasks at hand.

Costs: As opposed to buying your space, there are less upfront costs associated with renting. When buying, there are costs associated
with appraisal, inspections, down payment and possible improvements needed for the property.

Flexibility: While renting your office, you have the ability to move to a new space once the lease agreement comes to an end. This is
especially beneficial if your business gains more employees and you need a large space. Owning your space doesn’t give as much flexibility. You can
certainly move, but, you will also need to sell the empty building. Having an empty building that isn’t selling can certainly cause a business owner
a lot of stress.

These are only a few of the many reasons why renting and office can be more beneficial for you as well as your business. Rosetti Properties has many
office spaces as well as retail spaces throughout the Capital
District. No matter your business, or size, you’re sure to find something you love while working with Rosetti Properties. Contact our office today to find your ideal space!